andrew
@dinky2408
English expat in the Philippines
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About me
English
Lives in Davao
Speaks spanish
Registration: 23 September 2015
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Are Condos a Good Idea? by tambok17
Is it a good idea to buy a condo in the Philippines? If so, how can one hedge oneself from losing out?
Andy don't buy a rabbit hutch apartment go for quality finish, with amenities, swimming pool, gym and club house.Make suRe there is adequate parking or even buy a parking space. Read More
Are Condos a Good Idea? by tambok17
Is it a good idea to buy a condo in the Philippines? If so, how can one hedge oneself from losing out?
Either thru agency or do the canvassing yourself, talk to the HR departments. Read More
Are Condos a Good Idea? by tambok17
Is it a good idea to buy a condo in the Philippines? If so, how can one hedge oneself from losing out?
Only if your thinking long term and depends where in the Philippines.Generally not easy to sell. Renting out is an option but rent only to companies. And only buy from developers that manage the building after the sale permanently. Read More
New to the prospect of Marriage to a Filipino woman by Besea
I have meet the wounderful Filipino woman.although we have never meet. We have been talking twice a day for 8 months now..once in the mornings.which is texting..and in the afternoon we video chat. I'm planning to make my first trip at the end ...
Live with your GF first. Get to know her family before you decide to marry. Rent property don't buy until your sure you want to live in the Philippines a long time. Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
I would take a look at Palawan, especially El Nido. Do something with tourists, provide accommodation , food or a leisure service. Its one of the few places in Philippines where you see white women and foreign couples. Its still developing and I ... Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
Wayne, Mix with a few expats to learn the do's and don't in Cebu.Try a visit the the Islands to compare,I heard Dumaguete was a good place to live and also Palawan. The fruit and vegetable markets are a good place to buy cheap, just make ... Read More
Crime by exeterman
In yesterday's Observer (the Guardian on Sunday's newspaper in the U.K.) there was a three page article about President Duterte . https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/apr/02/philippines-president-duterte-drugs-war-death-squads To those ...
You need to know President Duterte over 20 yrs ago inherited a City that was indunated with drugs , crime and alot of kidnapping, mainly to demand money from wealthy individuals and foreigners. A great deal of lawlessness existed, from different ... Read More
Looking for a house or lot near Davao near the beach (no subdivision) by GuestPoster585
Hi all..., I am looking for a house or lot (to built a house) near Davao or Digos not to far from the beach (no subdivision) to buy or lease.
Buying property in the Philippines by GuestPoster169
I have made an offer on a new house to be built in Baguio, and wondered what sort of things I should be aware of before I take the plunge. 1. Is the price of a new house likely to increase over, say, the next 5 yeas or so? 2. As a foreigner would I ...
An easier way is as long as your married, fly in with your wife and you get a one year visa, just nip over to S'pore if you have'nt got a long stay its alot cheaper. As ;long as you have staged progress payments and advance the builder ... Read More
Moving to Davao and would like information on business and area by Tangkad
Hello to everyone :) My partner and I are going to be moving to Davao this year and would like to get information and feedback from people there. We are currently in New Zealand and after 13 years are finding it a fruitless experience. 1. ...
Forgot to mention there are alot of BPO's and call centers springing up, so there is a need for hostels and dormatories. Read More
Moving to Davao and would like information on business and area by Tangkad
Hello to everyone :) My partner and I are going to be moving to Davao this year and would like to get information and feedback from people there. We are currently in New Zealand and after 13 years are finding it a fruitless experience. 1. ...
Yes with the former Mayor now President, he is bringing Davao business from the Chinese, Japanese and I think eventually the US. You will find Davao very safe.Remember its the main port for all the crops from Mindanao, particularly Banana and ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
Live in the area first and then check out supplies, land price and reliable builders Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by GuestPoster169
I have made an offer on a new house to be built in Baguio, and wondered what sort of things I should be aware of before I take the plunge. 1. Is the price of a new house likely to increase over, say, the next 5 yeas or so? 2. As a foreigner would I ...
Dimps, If your thinking of reselling find a ready built house get it surveyed, then buy. I think if your going to build only do it if your staying long term. It's stressful building you have to watch everything and the builder has to pay his ... Read More
Looking for a house or lot near Davao near the beach (no subdivision) by GuestPoster585
Hi all..., I am looking for a house or lot (to built a house) near Davao or Digos not to far from the beach (no subdivision) to buy or lease.
Moving to Davao and would like information on business and area by Tangkad
Hello to everyone :) My partner and I are going to be moving to Davao this year and would like to get information and feedback from people there. We are currently in New Zealand and after 13 years are finding it a fruitless experience. 1. ...
Tangkad, I have lived in Davao almost six years with my filipina wife. In answer to yourv questions. 1. There are few places where foreigners are concentrated. Woodridge has a few. I think Matina is a good place to live , plenty of Malls, Uni's, ... Read More